Chapter 26

Esme's POV

I didn't get the chance to talk to Norn yesterday because of the party so I woke up really early today so I'd be able to talk to her before she becomes engulfed in the ceremony preparations.

I took a bath, dressed up and left the room. Ethan was already awake but didn't bother questioning me about why I was awake and getting ready so early. I'm grateful for that since I won't have to come up with a lie so early in the morning.

The hallway was slightly dark as the sun was still absent from the sky.

I got to Norn's room and knocked on her door. It took a good amount of effort before the door finally opened to reveal a sleep ridden and disheveled Norn in front of me.

Her hair was a mess but I didn't have time to worry about that.

"Esme?" She questioned but I went in and closed the door behind me before grabbing her hand and taking her with me to her bed so we could both take a seat.

"What's the matter? Is something wrong?" She questioned, finally beginning to snap out of her d